Ignite Your Inner Fire: A Guide to the Solar Plexus Chakra and Its Connection to Yoga
Ever felt a lack of motivation, self-doubt creeping in or like your confidence is hiding under a rock? It could be your Solar Plexus Chakra, also known as Manipura, calling out for a little attention. This chakra is your inner fire—your source of drive, discipline, personal power and the spark that gets things done.
In this post, we’ll explore what the solar plexus chakra is, how it shows up in your life and the many ways you can support it—on and off the mat.
Signs Your Solar Plexus Chakra May Be Out of Balance
When Manipura is in balance, you feel clear, courageous and capable. You’re able to take aligned action and make empowered decisions without getting stuck in self-doubt. When it’s out of balance, that inner flame might feel more like a flicker—or worse, a wildfire.
Ways to Activate and Support the Solar Plexus Chakra
This chakra thrives on warmth, movement and a strong sense of purpose. The goal is to stoke your inner fire—without burning out.
1. Practice Energizing, Core-Strengthening Yoga Poses
Yoga can help you tap into your solar plexus by building strength, activating your core and increasing personal focus.
Solar Plexus Yoga Poses:
Boat Pose (Navasana)
Plank (Phalakasana)
Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II)
Twisted Chair (Parivrtta Utkatasana)
Bow Pose (Dhanurasana)
Cobra (Bhujangasana)
Upward Facing Dog (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana)
Seated Twist (Ardha Matsyendrasana)
Breath of Fire (Kapalabhati Pranayama)
2. Get Outside in the Sun
Manipura is ruled by the element of fire, and nothing fuels it quite like real sunlight. Soak up those golden rays (safely) and let your body absorb that solar energy.
3. Support Your Digestion
This chakra is deeply connected to your digestive system. Eat warm, nourishing foods that are easy to digest—think ginger tea, steamed veggies, lemon water and grounding spices like turmeric or cumin.
4. Take Empowered Action
Start a task you’ve been avoiding, even if it’s small. Make a decision. Speak up in a situation that matters. The more you act in alignment with your values, the stronger this chakra becomes.
5. Affirm Your Power
Words are fuel for this chakra. Try these mantras to connect with your inner strength:
I am confident and capable
I trust myself to take action
I am powerful, grounded and brave
My energy creates positive change
Keep Shining
Your solar plexus chakra is the seat of your personal power—the place where confidence, clarity and courage come to life. When it’s balanced, you feel like the leader of your own path, lit up from within.
Yoga gives you a direct way to engage with this energy. Through movement, breath and awareness, you can build strength in your body and self-trust in your spirit.
✨ Want an easy way to support your chakra journey?
Check out my Chakra Yoga Card Set—each card features 9 yoga poses tailored to one chakra, plus insights like color, mantra, element, crystals, essential oils and more. It’s a practical, beautiful tool for bringing your energy into balance, one breath at a time.
